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Yunnanilus chui Yang, 1991 |
| Family: | Nemacheilidae (Brook loaches) | |||
| Max. size: | 4.1 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; freshwater | |||
| Distribution: | Asia: China. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Related to Yunnanilus analis, Yunnanilus elakatis and Yunnanilus paludosus by the following common characters: lateral line incomplete, pores of the lateral line system present on head, body without scales. Can be distinguished by the combination of the following characters: lateral line very short, with only 2-4 pores; mouth terminal; barbels short; most individuals with 9 branched dorsal rays and a slender caudal peduncle (Ref. 26717). | |||
| Biology: | ||||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 17 January 2024 (B1ab(v)) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||